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The Field Application Engineer will collaborate with regional sales managers, strategic account managers, sales engineers, account development specialists, channel, and field application engineering teams, to utilize a consultative approach with all customers to support their individual needs and expand market penetration. This role plays a pivotal part in the development and expansion of all accounts, through cabinet efficiency sales growth and specifications. This position is an individual contributor role and does not include formal people management responsibilities. \nThe territory for this role is Michigan and Indiana.\nResponsibilities\nIncrease annual sales revenue across all products directly associated with the cabinet efficiency portfolio at customer accounts. These products include but are not limited to printers & software, marking materials, hand & automatic tools, cabinet efficiency value-add and control cabinet accessories.\nWork in coordination with local Phoenix Contact sales team utilizing joint sales activities, trainings, and mutual action plans to advance the sales of above-mentioned products.\nAct as the local technical representative for the above-mentioned products and support the sales team in power-related technical matters.\nAct as the regional marketing specialist developing sales tools, collateral and driving campaigns.\nServe as the “voice of the customer” providing insight for expansion of product lines or new focus industries.\nDrive value-added cabinet efficiency solutions.\nMeet/exceed territory sales quotas as established by the RSM and/or Vice President - Field Sales.\nBe proficient in BASE selling skills and implement to build strong customer relationships.\nDevelops and maintains strong relationships with potential clients, partners, and other stakeholders to facilitate new business and sustain growth.\nMaintain and update CRM systems with accurate client information. Fully utilize the CRM as a communication, reporting, measurement, and tracking tool to enhance productivity.\nEffectively communicate with the entire Phoenix Contact team, both verbally and written.\nBe proficient in and drive the use of all sales tools provided to support local markets.\nActive involvement in industry-related associations.\nProactively utilize all resources and sales tools to maximize productivity, responsiveness, and customer delight.\nContinue personal development through an effective skill-building program as determined by the RSM, Director of Sales, and/or the Harrisburg Training Department.\nDemonstrate technical competence on all products/solutions within area of focus.\nProvide reports to RSM as required.\nDeliver presentations and hands-on demonstrations of Phoenix Contact Cabinet Efficiency products, applications, and technology for the purpose of product sales.\nDevelop and maintain a working knowledge on all Phoenix Contact Cabinet Efficiency products/solutions.\nOther duties as assigned.\nQualifications\nFour-year college degree.\nTechnical discipline preferred and/or equivalent industry experience.\n2 years minimum sales or marketing experience with automation and industrial control products.\nAbility to work independently from home office and communicate effectively with colleagues with limited supervision.\nExcellent oral/written communication and presentation skills.\nSelf-motivated with the ability to learn and adapt quickly.\nEssential Job Functions\nMust be able to travel via airplane.\nMust have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate an automobile for up to six hours at a time.\nMust be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs (sample, demos, literature)\nMust be able to travel overnight 50% + or as dictated by assigned territory.\nComply with company dress code guidelines.\nRegular and on-time attendance.\nPerks & Benefits\nPhoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, bonus plan and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, auto allowance, life insurance, short & long-term disability, assistance, and more!\nPhoenix Contact is committed to the diversity of our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.\nIf you need special accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job, please call 717-944-1300 between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday - Friday or email .\nNotice to Staffing Agencies, Placement Services, and Professional Recruiters:\nPhoenix Contact has an internal Staffing Department. Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Phoenix Contact employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. Phoenix Contact will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Phoenix Contact, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Phoenix Contact mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Phoenix Contact employees, or to Phoenix Contact’s resume database will be considered Phoenix Contact property. Phoenix Contact will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Phoenix Contact will consider any candidate for whom a Recruiter has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Recruiter free of any charges or fees. Phoenix Contact will not pay a fee to any Recruiter that does not have a signed Phoenix Contact contract in place specific to the position for which the resume was submitted. Recruiting vendor agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Phoenix Contact's Head of People & Organization or his or her designee. No other Phoenix Contact employee is authorized to bind Phoenix Contact to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Recruiters. 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